Calcium is needed for your heart and bones. Calcium supplements have been looked at to see if they are causing more harm than good. Julia Zumpano, a registered dietitian in the Department of Preventive Cardiology, talks about the importance of calcium and how to get it naturally though the foods you eat. Learn more about the Preventive Cardiology Program at ... Show More
Sep 15
Understanding High-Risk Aortic Valve Endocarditis
Milind Desai, MD, and Per Wierup, MD, discuss high-risk aortic valve endocarditis, a serious infection that can affect heart valves and lead to life-threatening complications if not recognized early. They explain symptoms, risk factors, diagnostic testing and the multidisciplinar ... Show More
21m 31s
Sep 8
Robotic Heart Valve Surgery
Marc Gillinov, MD, and Per Wierup, MD, discuss how robotic heart valve surgery allows surgeons to repair or replace heart valves through small incisions while maintaining the same safety and effectiveness as traditional open procedures. They explain who may be a candidate for rob ... Show More
9m 48s
Sep 1
How Robotic Technology is Changing Heart Bypass Surgery
Donna Kimmaliardjuk, MD, and Gianluca Torregrossa, MD, discuss robotic and totally endoscopic coronary artery bypass grafting (TECAB). These minimally invasive techniques can reduce incisions, support recovery and expand treatment options for some patients with coronary artery di ... Show More
22m 49s
Apr 2024
2532: Sources of Calcium for Vegans & Vegetarians - Veganism & Nutrient Deficiencies on Optimal Health
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Episode 2532:
Discover effective ways to maintain adequate calcium levels while embracing a vegan diet. Learn about the daily recom ... Show More
9m 14s
Apr 2019
How to Avoid Osteoporosis
<p>We’re told how to eat to lose weight, keep your heart healthy … but are we ever told to eat better to build strong bones? It’s not a common conversation, but it’s critically important. Listen in to learn what foods build strong bones and just as importantly, what foods deplete ... Show More
44m 16s